Highway Chaos: Gas Tanker Disaster Averted in Mathura

Traffic on the Mathura-Kasganj-Bareilly highway was brought to a standstill when an 18-tonne gas-laden tanker overturned near Nagla Dukariya. Officials acted swiftly, suspending vehicular movement to prevent any mishaps amid concerns of a potential gas leak.

The incident occurred while the tanker was en route from Gujarat to Bareilly, reportedly losing control due to the highway's poor condition. The driver, Ravi Kumar, escaped unharmed but identified the damaged road and loose soil as the causes for the vehicle's imbalance.

In response, a team of officials, including Sub-Divisional Magistrate Sanjeev Singh, police, and fire brigade personnel, rushed to the scene. Fire tenders were deployed, and traffic was diverted. Experts are assessing the tanker for leaks, with efforts underway to safely restore traffic flow.